Our Trip to Bury St. Edmunds

Downtown street in Bury

St. Edmundsbury Cathedral

A pedestrian only street downtown

Driving along a very typical road in England

Here are some pictures of our most recent trip to Bury St. Edmunds which is about 15 miles south of us, but about a 30min drive - depending. The pictures show a couple of steets along the market area and a Cathedral we visited. The picture of the Cathedral was taken from the back of the church. From this point to the first archway is 500 years old. The rest of the building was built in stages starting in the late 1700's and again in the later 1800's. I thought buildings in Seattle and Tacoma were old. The latest edition to be finished was just this July and they are still doing some remodeling towards the front and left side of the building. It's amazing!!! The stained glass windows are beautiful and all have been completed by one company over the many many years, which in and of itself is remarkable - not to mention what a reputation they've built! The pews are all very old, but the kneelers ( a cushion to kneel on) have been made all over the country. You have to see the cathedral in person to fully appreciate it's beauty and history.

Food update! -- The fish and chips we've had have not been much to write about. They are huge peices of fish, the skin is still on the bottom, and the breading is like that of Van de Kamps fish sticks. We've tried them at a couple of places now, but they have been very close to the base so we may try other places when we get away a bit more. Italian in Bury was wonderful, as well as the French. We were served large portions, after which we agreed both times that we could have and should have shared! Jim had never tried Indian food, so why not make the first tasting in England?! Awesome! Again, we should have shared! and this time the price was just as excellent. This may turn out to be a favorite. I tell ya, they've got the other cultures down pat! I was worried about the food situation. You all know how I love food, even without being pregnant, but I haven't been to dissapointed when eating off base.

We should be able to move into our rental next week. Finally, we'll have a place that will feel like a real home. We'll call to find out where our household good are and hope to be able to keep them in storage until we get our own home. This will save on some cost as well.

I had a job interview today and things seemed to go well. Afterwards, Jim and I were talking and I don't think I want to be strapped to a full time gig. I'm calling tomorrow to take my name off the list, but will still look for something part time or per-diem. This will allow Jim and I to travel more and actually enjoy the country. Still, a big thanks to those of you that wrote reccommendation letters and that were readily available for phone calls. Still be prepared to hear from someone, as I investigate other opportunities!

Tomorrow we are going to Caimbridge for sightseeing, shopping, and house hunting. More pictures will be posted soon. Ta Ta for now, it's time for Tea. (not really - I'm not really sure what time tea is served!) ,....................j&j

By the way,.....that cool feature on the new car - you know, the code for the ignition - not so cool anymore!! - Annoying!